Why do we often turn to poetry to express the violence of war?

Host Deborah Becker speaks with Robert Pinsky, former poet laureate of the United States, on how soldiers and society use poetry and writing to process war. Plus, Stan Lee died today at 95-years-old. We bring you a conversation Radio Boston had [...]

The Archdiocese of Boston put out a statement on Monday, saying the Holy See's request was "unexpected," but it "does not change Cardinal O’Malley’s commitment to zero tolerance of sexual abuse by clergy" and the delay creates an "opportunity [...]

Her new album, "The Book Of Longing," takes poetry from Cohen, Emily Dickinson and others and sets them to music.

Millions of eyes will be on Boston College Saturday as their football team takes on the undefeated the Clemson Tigers.

We review the major news stories of the week with our expert panel.

Host Callum Borhcers speaks with our Week In Review panelists about the shooting in Thousand Oaks and the midterm results. Plus, ESPN's 'College GameDay' comes to Chestnut Hill. Also, musician Luciana Souza on the poetry of Leonard Cohen.

Costanzo believes through collaboration with musicians, artists, filmmakers and fashionistas, opera can reach anyone.

Host Callum Borchers asks audiences to reflect on what another mass shooting means for our public spaces. Plus, Eric Fehrnstrom, Mitt Romney's former communications director, on what Romney's approach in Washington might be and reaction to the [...]